Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrand Street CafeSpinach Salad Recipe

Spinach Salad Recipe

Inspired by Grand Street Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

Frisée, Spinach, Raw Red Onion, Candied Pecans, Fresh Strawberry, Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Strawberry Vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Greens

    Wash the frisée and spinach thoroughly under cold running water. Spin them dry in a salad spinner or pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

  2. 2

    Slice the Onion

    Peel and thinly slice the raw red onion. Set aside.

Toppings Assembly

  1. 3

    Prepare Strawberries

    Wash the fresh strawberries, remove the stems, and slice them into quarters.

  2. 4

    Assemble Salad Toppings

    In a large bowl, combine the candied pecans, quartered strawberries, and crumbled goat cheese.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the white balsamic vinegar, strawberry puree, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Salad Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine Salad

    In a large serving bowl, combine the prepared frisée, spinach, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.

  2. 7

    Add Toppings

    Top the salad with the mixture of candied pecans, strawberries, and goat cheese.

  3. 8

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

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